PHOTOS: Road to the Emmys: Supporting Comedy Actress

Mayim Bialik

“The Big Bang Theory” (CBS)

Emmy history: Second nom

The case: On a show with a tight-knit ensemble, Bialik continues to endear herself to viewers even after being introduced late in the game. She’s managed to create chemistry with her onscreen love Sheldon, as well as all his friends.

Trivia: Bialik appeared in the film “Beaches” at age of 13.

— Steve Heisler

Jane Lynch

“Glee” (Fox)

Emmy history: She’s enjoyed two previous nods for “Glee,” one for “Two and a Half Men” and one ceremony she hosted with, well, glee.

The case: Is Sue Sylvester evil? Is she good? Lynch plays up the dichotomy in a grounded way, even after the show’s wild success, all while continuing to rock that red tracksuit something fierce.

Trivia: She appeared in a Frosted Flakes TV commercial, directed by Christopher Guest. The rest is history.

Julie Bowen

“Modern Family” (ABC)

Emmy history: Bowen has two Emmys under her belt, and two additional nominations.

The case: “Modern Family” is full of larger-than-life personalities. Bowen, meanwhile, acts as the catalyst for the show’s mania without losing her grasp on the show’s heart.

Trivia: She was visibly pregnant with twins while shooting the pilot for “Modern Family.”

Merritt Wever

“Nurse Jackie” (Showtime)

Emmy history: Second nom

The case: Wever’s character was asked to do a lot this season on “Nurse Jackie,” both professionally and personally. The actress handled it all with aplomb, keeping her bubbly demeanor.

Trivia: She was born and raised in New York, where she now resides.

Sofia Vergara

“Modern Family” (ABC)

Emmy history: Fourth nom

The case: Introduced as the firebrand young wife, Vergara hasn’t lost her spark after four seasons of “Modern Family.”

Trivia: Was discovered by a photographer while walking along the beach.

Jane Krakowski

“30 Rock” (NBC)

Emmy history: Fourth nom

The case: Krakowski was in the zone throughout the final season of “30 Rock” — as wacky as ever, wrapping up the beloved show with a rendition of the theme song from Jenna’s unpronounceable movie, “The Rural Juror.”

Trivia: Has two Daytime Emmy nominations for “Search for Tomorrow.”

Anna Chlumsky

“Veep” (HBO)

Emmy history: First nom

The case: Chlumsky shed any doubt that this childhood actress had adult chops. She was the reliable straightwoman to Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ loony VP.

Trivia: Won Best Kiss kudos in 1992 at the MTV Movie Awards, shared with Macaulay Culkin.